Senior Human Resources Manager (Maternity Cover, 12 Months)

PSI is a leading Contract Research Organization (CRO) with 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Originated in Switzerland, PSI is a privately owned, full-service CRO with a global reach, supporting clinical trials across multiple countries and continents. Our reputation for being highly selective about the projects we undertake highlights our commitment to delivering high-quality, timely services across a broad spectrum of therapeutic indications.

At PSI, we foster an environment where a diverse range of colleagues feel welcomed and valued. Our inclusive culture is a cornerstone of our success, enabling us to attract and retain top talent globally.

We are not just about conducting clinical trials; we are about building a community where every team member has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in the pharmaceutical industry.

PSI is seeking an experienced Senior Human Resources Manager for a 12 months maternity cover to provide strategic and operational HR support within a dynamic, international environment. This role will partner closely with local leaders and global stakeholders to drive HR initiatives, ensure compliance with employment regulations, support managers, and enhance the overall employee experience.

This is a hands-on role requiring both strategic judgement and operational execution during a critical period for the organization.

The scope of responsibilities will include:

HUMAN RESOURCES

• Manages pre-employment formalities and ensures all local requirements are met at point of employment.
• Maintains employee benefits administration and supports with employee queries resolution.
• Maintains and updates HR policies, HR files and work agreements in accordance with local rules and regulations.
• Supports Country Manager with all HR-related matters and ensures compliance of local requirements.
• Maintains staff attendance logs and verifies leaves of absence justifications.
• Assists in organizing the evaluation of staff performance (at the completion of the probation period and ongoing)
• Maintain hiring records, HR databases, staff CVs, training files, evaluation records.
• Attends and conducts exit interviews of staff leaving the company.

TRAINING

• Arrange and conduct corporate, procedural, and other training of office/regional staff.
• Coordinate training activities between company offices.
• Liaise with extradepartmental resources and external parties for organizing training.

RECRUITMENT

• Organizes and schedules interviews; conducts and reports on interviews and testing of job candidates.
• Maintains a database of applicants and interview outcomes using the applicant tracking system.

PAYROLL

• Verify salary, bonuses and benefits amounts to be payable, ensuring confidentiality of payroll information as needed.
• Cooperate with accounting team in order to provide all necessary information for calculation of salaries, tax forms, absence reports

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Law, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of Human Resources experience in a generalist or business partner capacity.
• Strong knowledge of local employment legislation and HR practices.
• Experience advising managers on performance management and employee matters.
• Experience interpreting and implementing HR policies and procedures.
• Exposure to compliance reviews, audits, labor inspections, or regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with both local and global stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

• Stable, privately-owned company, organically growing since 1995
• Intensive induction program, industry-related trainings for an optimal start and continuous development
• Friendly and supportive atmosphere in a committed team
• International environment, with colleagues around the world
• Opportunities to quickly see the results of your work
• Attractive income package; performance-based bonus; corporate benefits